Overview

Salary: £10.42 per hour

Shift hours: Permanent

We’re currently recruiting a dedicated Dispatcher to help ensure the smooth running of the operations in Healthcare on a full time basis, contracted to 37.5 hours per week.

As a Dispatcher, you will use your skills to maintain a high standard of quality work. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

  • Responsible for receiving calls, ensuring all relevant information is obtained, in a polite and courteous manner.
  • Prioritise calls according to their degree of urgency.
  • Record details promptly and accurately using the computerised database.
  • Provide information on call volumes to the Catering Manager.
  • Ensure reactive calls are directed to the correct department for attention.
  • Carry out general administrative duties, as required by Catering Manager.
  • Act as receptionist for department, as required.
  • The post holder will be required to work at Peterborough City Hospital PFI.
  • Other responsibilities as directed by the Catering manager or other appropriate senior manager.
  • Good communication skills with a pleasant personality.
  • Ability to obtain maximum useful information from the caller.
  • Experience in the use of a computer, with good keyboard skills.
  •  The post holder may be required to provide some cover for annual leave and sickness. Therefore, the successful applicant must have a flexible attitude and be a good team player.

We ensure you’re rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

  • To help with the cost of living crisis throughout this winter, Compass will be providing a free meal or equivalent Subsidy while working
  • All team members eligible are entitled to a 50% discount at their place of work. Team members are able to take advantage of this discount at the following retail brands operated by Compass Group: Costa, Deli Marche, Amigo and Baguette Co, to name a few.
  • Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
  • Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons and many more
  • Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
  • Regular emails filled with the best discounts and savings available
  • Receive Wow Points every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
  • Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
  • You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes

Part of Compass Group UK&I, Medirest is the specialist healthcare operating company of Compass Group UK & Ireland, providing a full range of hotel services, including staff, patient and visitor catering, domestics, portering, security and reception, at over 130 NHS Trusts and private hospitals.

Job Reference: com/0703/71075004/52552655/MEDWJ

Compass Group UK&I is an equal opportunities employer, committed to cultivating diverse and inclusive environments for every employee.

Reference: com/0703/71075004/52552655/MEDWJ
Location: Mansfield

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